Sonika Kalra
About Sonika Kalra
Sonika Kalra is a Data Privacy Lawyer currently working with UBS's APAC Team in Sydney, Australia, and has extensive experience in compliance and legal project management across various international roles.
Work at UBS
Sonika Kalra currently serves as a Data Privacy Lawyer in the APAC Team at UBS, a position she has held since 2022. Based in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, she is involved in managing data privacy compliance and legal matters within the Asia-Pacific region. Her role includes addressing regulatory requirements and ensuring adherence to data protection laws.
Professional Experience
Prior to her role at UBS, Sonika Kalra worked at Axiom as a Lawyer from 2021, following her previous tenure at Axiom from 2019 to 2021. She also held the position of EMEA Regulatory Coordinator at Credit Suisse from 2020 to 2022, and briefly in 2019. Her experience includes working as a Legal Associate at L.E.K. Consulting and as a GDPR Paralegal at Permira, showcasing her extensive background in legal practice and regulatory compliance.
Education and Expertise
Sonika Kalra has a strong educational background in law and communications. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in International Communications and a Bachelor of Laws from Macquarie University between 2011 and 2016. Additionally, she completed a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice at the College of Law in 2016. Her studies also include a Summer Exchange at Charles University in Prague, focusing on International Human Rights and Security.
Background
Sonika Kalra's early education includes attending Barker College and Tara Anglican School for Girls. She has accumulated significant international legal experience, having worked in London for four years. This exposure has provided her with a comprehensive understanding of diverse regulatory environments, particularly in the context of EU GDPR and APAC data privacy law.
Achievements in Legal Practice
Throughout her career, Sonika Kalra has demonstrated expertise in regulatory remediation and project work. Her roles have involved significant responsibilities in compliance and legal project management, particularly in data privacy law. She has also achieved a Certificate in Practical Diamond Grading from The Gemmological Association of Australia in 2022, reflecting her diverse interests and commitment to professional development.